'protocol' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'prōtokollon,' where 'prōto-' meant 'first' and 'kollon' meant 'glue.' 'Driven' comes from Old English 'drifan,' meaning 'to drive or propel.'

'protocol' changed from the Medieval Latin word 'protocollum' and eventually became the modern English word 'protocol.' 'Driven' evolved from the Old English 'drifan' to the modern English 'driven.'

Initially, 'protocol' meant 'a first draft or original document,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a set of rules or procedures.' 'Driven' has largely retained its original meaning of 'propelled or motivated by.'